Trim them, pluck that, leave those but not too long, style this, wax all of that but do not shave there... the joyous sound of Western society's idea of beauty. Who makes these rules? Why must women be smooth and hairless? Who stipulates the areas where it is socially acceptable to have body hair? How much hair is too much hair and why are we so willing to torture ourselves for the sake of being hairless?
Join Clare Ellen O'Connor through this autobiographical narrative; where she shares her turbulent relationship with hair. Alongside a creatively curated soundtrack and stunning vocals; Clare shares a series of glittery anecdotes most women and perhaps a lot of men can relate to.
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challenges and questions Western beauty standards in an acoustic cabaret style. Intense emotions arise through this hairy subject; O'Connor will have you laughing one moment, wiping a little tear the next and questioning your own truths and choices all in a little space of 50 minutes! It is truly remarkable how a performer can make you feel and inspire so much, a heartwarming and change inducing show!
For those in search of a glittery impressive performance and a show with depth to it;
Plucked! is an absolute must this festival season, do not miss this chance to be captivated by the presence, hilarious truth, baldness and comedic nature of
Plucked!
Performing at Adelaide Fringe one more night only at the National Wine Centre. Purchase your tickets by
clicking here.
